Chemás & Asociados’ litigation practice is commended by clients for the ‘dedication and attention shown by senior attorneys’. The boutique attracts a steady stream of contentious work, where it specialises in disputes against public sector entities such as the National Infrastructure Agency (ANI), and the National Agency for Legal Defense of the State (ANDJE), among others. Acting for a broad mix of concessionaires, construction companies, real estate funds and energy companies, the team is equipped to handle the full range of judicial, arbitral and administrative cases. Names to note in the three-partner group include founding partner Jorge Eduardo Chemás, who is a former legal adviser to the Presidency of the Republic of Colombia. Chemás acted alongside next-generation partner Sergio Alejandro Chemás to advise the Ingetec–Sedic consortium on several claims arising from its role as the supervisor of the Ituango Hydroelectric Plant. The partner trio also includes Ingrid Soraya Ortiz, who routinely argues cases before arbitral tribunals and civil, commercial and administrative courts. Key associates Sergio Morales, Nicolas España and Valentina Guerrero are also recommended for litigation.
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- ‘The team stands out for its timely response, dedication and attention shown by senior attorneys, attention to detail, and experience.’
Key clients
- Centro de Gerenciamiento Doña Juana
- Sedes Educativas Consortium
- Autopista de Santander
- Ingenieros Consultores Civiles y Eléctricos (Ingetec)
- Grodco Group
- Payc
- Inverlink Estructuras Inmobiliarias
- Consorcio Troncales de Colombia
- Colombiana de Escenarios
- Sedic
Work highlights
Advised the Ingetec–Sedic consortium on several claims arising from its role as the supervisor of the Ituango Hydroelectric Plant.
Represented Inverlink Estructuras Inmobiliarias in a lawsuit against multiple state entities for lost profits, lost opportunities, and reputational and moral harm caused by a criminal investigation initiated against it.
Defended the Sedes Educativas consortium in arbitration proceedings concerning its role as the supervisor of the construction of more than 110 schools.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Sergio Alejandro Chemás
Practice head
Jorge Eduardo Chemás; Sergio Alejandro Chemás; Ingrid Soraya Ortiz